Management is an essential function of every business. Accordingly, there are a substantial number and wide variety of management positions ranging from first-line supervisor and store manager to division manager and chief executive officer. Managers need to have technical knowledge as well as interpersonal, communication and conceptual skills. They spend much of their time making business planning and operational decisions as well as delegating specialized tasks and responsibilities to subordinates. This course provides the fundamental skills and knowledge required to obtain and successfully retain a management role at organizations in various industries and of various sizes.

Career Opportunities

Career opportunities for those with supervisory and management training should improve dramatically in the years ahead. Employers in virtually every field will be seeking individuals with formal training in organization and management for supervisorial, mid-level, and top management positions. Specific management opportunities include department/division manager, human resources manager, first-line supervisor, inventory manager, management consultant, information systems consultant, management trainee, office manager, operations manager, production manager, project manager, shift supervisor, small business owner/manager, and store manager. Some of these careers require a Bachelor’s or advanced degree. This program provides readily usable skills for the student who earns an Associate degree, as well as a base for those who intend to transfer to baccalaureate institutions.

Program Learning Outcomes

Students completing this program will be able to:

• Critically analyze business management concepts and principles as applied to a business situation.
• Explain the role of human resources in an organization.
• Apply leadership and team building theories in the workplace.